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DDaT25424 - Procurement of AI Powered Tools and Roll-Out

ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "DDaT25424 - Procurement of AI Powered Tools and Roll-Out" has been completed by ICS on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). The procurement falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with CPV code 72000000. The contract was awarded to WM Reply Limited for a total value of £754,357.50, excluding VAT, with an option for a 12-month extension valued at an additional £78,975.00, reaching a maximum of £833,332.50. This selective procurement was executed through a call-off from a framework agreement and spanned numerous locations including the UK, Europe, and others. The contract period commenced on 17 December 2025, ending on 31 March 2026. The award was active from 1 December 2025, and the details were published on 29 December 2025.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consultancy, software development, and related IT services to expand their scope through engagements with government bodies like DSIT and DESNZ. Companies such as WM Reply Limited, adept in providing AI tools and services, stood well-suited for this contract, indicating that businesses which possess proficiency in AI technologies and can deliver high-value implementations would be competitive candidates for similar opportunities. The structured approach via the G-Cloud 14 framework underscores the potential for strategic partnerships and scaling business capabilities in serving public sector IT demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDaT25424 - Procurement of AI Powered Tools and Roll-Out

Notice Description

***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A NOTIFICATION OF AN AWARDED CONTRACT AND NOT A PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITY*** This requirement is for the procurement of AI Powered Tools and Roll-out and has been sourced via a longlist shortlist under G-Cloud 14. This contract has an initial value of PS754,357.50 excluding VAT with an optional 12 month extension included within the contract of PS78,975.00 excluding VAT. The maximum value of this contract is PS833,332.50 excluding VAT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-adf9425f-44a7-48c0-b050-1d2f6ce10675
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbd45d9d-986f-43e3-b56f-f255cc7308e9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£754,357 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£754,357 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WM REPLY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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